Chef Jaufferkhan will teach delicious, authentic Sri Lankan dishes followed by a sit-down meal.

ABOUT THE CUISINE

Sri Lankan cuisine is bursting with colour and spice - shaped by centuries of trade and cultural exchange. Known for its fragrant curries, coconut-rich sauces, and vibrant vegetarian dishes, it offers a perfect balance of heat, sweetness, and tang. From fluffy Nei Soru (coconut rice) to spicy Kozhi Curry, Sri Lankan food is deeply social and rooted in hospitality, bringing people together through shared meals and bold flavours.

ABOUT THE CHEF

A message from chef Jaufferkhan:

“Jaufferkhan means open-minded. I’m from Sri Lanka, an island known as the Pearl of Asia. I love my country, it is like paradise.

I fondly remember picking fresh mango and guava. My passion for cooking began at age 10, helping my mum clean okra and learning to haggle in the fish markets with my dad. My father was a teacher and provided for our family and his four sisters. My mother was the oldest daughter in her family, so everyone would eat at our home. She was very generous and always cooked extra for those in need.

Sadly, because of the civil war in Sri Lanka, my family had to move to Bahrain. There I worked in the welfare department of an Islamic NGO, but I was also able to use my cooking skills and I cooked for events for the Youth Group. My wife is also a very good cook and our dream is to open a restaurant. I’m very proud of my parents, they taught me to be generous, so I am excited to share my recipes, perfected over 40 years.”

ON THE MENU (subject to change):

Nei Soru (Coconut Rice) | Vegan;None

Kozhi Curry (Chicken Curry) | Meat (Chicken); Sulphites

Kaliya (Aubergine Curry) | Vegan; Sulphites, Mustard

Pol Sambol (Coconut Chutney) | Vegan; None

Meen Bajji (Fish Patties) | Fish (Tuna); Fish, Gluten (Wheat), Mustard

Marakari Bajji (Vegetable Patties) | Vegan; Gluten (Wheat), Mustard

This menu is mostly vegetarian but includes one chicken dish and patties with both fish and vegetarian fillings.

Allergens include: sulphites, mustard, fish, gluten

Please let us know if you have any specific dietary requirements so our team is aware ahead of the class. Kindly note that we will not be substituting any ingredients to accommodate dietary needs, so please only book into classes that suit your dietary requirements.

Join Jaufferkhan’s cookery class in Bristol to learn to make authentic Sri Lankan dishes and celebrate the flavours and stories brought to the UK through food.

THE CLASS FORMAT

Our cookery classes are family-style – everyone works together to prepare the dishes as a team.

While you’ll choose one dish to focus on, you’ll also have the opportunity to move around the kitchen, help with other dishes, and learn from each recipe. It’s a fun, social, and collaborative cookery class where you’ll gain hands-on experience, new skills, and an authentic taste of Sri Lankan culture.

At the end of the class, you’ll sit down with chef Jaufferkhan, your classmates, and our team to enjoy the meal you’ve created together.

REMINDERS

We’re excited to have you join us for this Bristol cookery class. Please take note of a few final reminders:

Please see our refund and cancellation policy: Migrateful Ticket Refund Policy | Migrateful (https://www.migrateful.org/terms-and-conditions/migrateful-ticket-refund-policy/)

Please see our allergens policy here:Food & Allergens Policy | Migrateful (https://www.migrateful.org/terms-and-conditions/food-allergens-policy/)

We recommend using a debit or credit card to pay (PayPal payments can take up to 48 hours to confirm).

Spaces are limited – book now to secure your spot and experience the true taste of Sri Lanka, right here in Bristol.

WHY JOIN A MIGRATEFUL CLASS?

By joining a Migrateful cookery class in Bristol, you’re not just learning delicious new recipes — you’re supporting refugees and asylum seekers in the UK through cooking, connection, and cultural exchange. Join us to meet chefs from around the world, including from Turkey, Trinidad & Tobago, Sri Lanka, and many more.

Thank you for celebrating the unifying power of food to connect us all. We can’t wait to cook with you soon!

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